Youth Hostels in Vancouver in general

I have spent the last 5 months living and working in Vancouver, and I can honestly say I have not only lived in a hostel for a short period of time in Downtown Vancouver, but I have spoken to HUNDREDS of backpackers and the verdict is always the same: The Samesun International Backpackers Hostel is the place to live. It is located on Granville Street between Helmeckin and Nelson Street. It costs $21 a night, which is about $3 or $4 cheaper than the other hostels in the area. The hostel has a bar in the lobby, which is great, and they have a $3 meal special every day, which is usually REALLY good, especially the Sunday ...  Read the complete review

(Central Station Hostel) BACKPACKERS - Vancouver
1038 Main Street,
Though not pretty, the staff are straight shooters and helpful. The one problem is the noise.Windows Right on main street.The manager himself said," when a fire stuck goes by you feel like you are right in the passenger seat. Old but clean enough.

C&N BACKPACKERS - Vancouver 927 Main Street, These people are liars.The short silver haired faggy head manager loves to flirt with all the girls.Talk straight to him and he becomes a military dictator, cold.The German girl there thinks she is of the highest elite.And You are an unwanted guest.Seaking truth is not allowed.They make rules and change them whenever they desire.If you book a room, you probably WONT HAVE ONE IF YOU ARRIVE IN THE ...  Read the complete review

I can't honestly remember how I happened upon your review of the youth hostel in Vancouver, but I felt that you'd given me all that I'd need to know, should I visit the city again. You covered everything! My son, and I always stayed at the Youth Hostel in Montreal, when we attended the Fireworks Festival, and Comedy Festival for many consecutive years, albeit we haven't attended in four years, because he's lost interest in travelling, period. That's the only hostel I've ever stayed at, but I love their prices versus a hotel. I'll be travelling to Vancouver on 23 September, and sailing two days later, w/my 10 year old granddaughter on a Pacific Coastal cruise ...  Read the complete review

Hostelling International: Vancouver Downtown is one of the best hostels in Canada. In fact, anywhere. Forgive me for starting with such a sweeping statement, but I stayed there, and met many people who have stayed there, and we all agreed on one thing: if it had a bar it would be perfect. Located in the Western downtown area, the hostel is perfectly placed for anyone visiting Vancouver. All the major attractions of the city are within easy walking distance, from Gastown to BC Place Stadium, meaning the extra (cheap) expense of public transport is only necessary for a few destinations. The hostel was opened several years ago, since the other ...  Read the complete review